Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 19th of July.
Good morning, Boca Raton.
🎭 Culture
The Wick Theatre in Boca Raton announced its 13th season on July 18, featuring classics like Young Frankenstein and Little Women; tickets are on sale now + contact the box office at 5619952333 for details.
🎓 Education
A Boca Raton-based FAU research team announced on July 15 a discovery of a new African monkey species, Colobus congoensis, in a remote area of the Congo rainforest.
The find, one of only five documented in 75 years, came after nearly two decades of research.
FPL is donating five retired electric meters to Palm Beach State College to support hands-on technical training + the donation advances the school’s workforce development efforts.
On July 18, 2026, Florida Department of Education data showed that only 44% of kindergarten entrants statewide met readiness benchmarks while Fuller Center's VPK graduates in Boca Raton reached 100% readiness.
The center now has limited enrollment openings for its early learning program (inquiries required).
🌲 Environment
Forecasters from the National Hurricane Center said a system in the eastern Gulf of Mexico has a 40% chance of developing into a tropical depression as it moves north and may bring heavy rain to the Florida coast (including Boca Raton) with a reconnaissance flight scheduled for today.
📰 Finance
Investopedia's study shows that a single person retiring in Florida needs an $860,000 nest egg (using the 4% rule to cover housing, food, and transportation costs), which is slightly lower than the national average of $898,000.
🏈 Sports
Legendary Cardinal Newman coach Sam Budnyk died at 92 on Friday, July 17 — known for pioneering high school football integration in Palm Beach County and mentoring thousands during his 46-year career.
Seven World Cup matches took place at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday, July 18, showcasing notable goals and spirited celebrations; teams also held training sessions at North County District Park and FAU in Palm Beach County.
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